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Places to Visit in Himachal Pradesh

Top 15 Places To Visit In Himachal Pradesh

1. Kullu
Kullu in Himachal Pradesh is one of the most frequented tourist destinations. Often heard along with the name Manali, yet another famous tourist spot, Kullu is situated on the banks of Beas River. It was earlier called as Kulanthpitha, meaning ‘The end of the habitable world’. Awe-inspiring, right? Kullu valley is also known as the ‘Valley of Gods’. Here are some leading destinations in the magical land.

Basheshwar Mahadev Temple

Sultanpur Palace

Parvati Valley

Raison

Raghunathji Temple

Bijli Mahadev Temple

Shoja

Karrain

Bathad

Jagatsukh

The attractions in Kullu are more. Trekking, mountaineering, angling, skiing, white water rafting and para gliding are some of the adventurous sports available here.

2. Manali
Located at an altitude of 6726 feet, Manali offers splendid views of the snow-capped mountains. The land is not just a feast to your visual senses; it also offers you the chance to ascertain your fitness level with the sporting facilities here. Given below are some top destinations in Manali for you to enjoy and bring out the adventurer in you.

River Beas

Rohtang Pass

Solang Valley

Jogini Waterfall

Beas Kund

Hadimba Temple

Jana Falls

Van Vihar National Park

Pin Valley National Park

Rahala Falls

Himvalley Manali

3. Shimla
The enchanting beauty of Shimla made British declare the land as their summer capital. The colonial influence is still evident in the city. The hill station offers spectacular views of the snow-capped Himalayan ranges. With lakes and rich greenery around, Simla welcomes tourists round the year, of course, if you don’t mind the ‘below zero’ temperature in winter. Here are the leading destinations in Simla.

Jakhoo Hill

Simla State Museum

The Ridge

Summer Hill

Daranghati Sanctuary

Indian Institute of Advanced Study

Naldehra and Shaily Peak

Chadwick Falls

Kufri

Christ Church

Annandale

Wild Flower Hall

4. Chamba
The spectacular beauty of Chamba has made this place dear to nature lovers. Located on the banks of River Ravi and at an altitude of over 900 meters above sea level, Chamba makes an excellent holiday retreat. Here are some important destinations in Chamba.

Khajjiar Lake

Chamera Lake

Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary

Bhuri Singh Museum

Rang Mahal

Maharaja’s Palace

Akhand Chandi Palace

Manimahesh Lake

Chamba Central Park

Church of Scotland

5. Dharamshala
‘The Scotland of India’, as Dharamshala is famously referred to, has snow-clad mountains on three sides and valley on one side. The mountains being over 4000 m height, you can have an excellent view of them from every viewpoint. Pine trees and tree gardens along with snow covered mountains render magic to the air. Here are some top attractions in Dharamshala.

Triund

Dal Lake

Dharamkot

Bhagsu Waterfall

Bhagsunag Temple

Masroor Rock Cut Temple

Church of St. John

Tea Garden

Attractions in Mcleodganj

6. Dalhousie
Retaining not only the colonial looks but also the name, Dalhousie, was named after Lord Dalhousie, who was the British governor in the 19th century. This hill station is spread across five hills. The varying altitudes of the land have a wide range of vegetation including pine, oak and deodar. Here are the leading attractions in Dalhousie.

Dainkund Peak

Panchpula

Ganji Pahari

Sach Pass

Garam Sadak

Subash Baoli

Bakrota Hills

Katalope

7. Kangra
One of the scenic valleys in Himachal Pradesh, Kangra, is not just rich in nature but also in history and culture. It has a rich past, which could be gauged by the fact that its name is mentioned in the epic Mahabharata. This picturesque valley has some of the beautiful attractions to offer.

Kangra Fort

Nadaun

MaharanaPratap Sagar Lake

Taragarh Palace

Gopalpur Nature Park

Nurpur

Nadaun

Indrahar Pass

Tatwani Hot Spring

Kareri Lake

8. Kasauli
Kasauli is situated at an altitude of 1927 meters and like a few other places in Himachal Pradesh, reflects the influence of colonial rule. The views from here are spectacular. The serenity of the place is enchanting. Here are some top attractions in Kasauli.

Monkey Point

Sunset Point

Christ Church

Dagshai

St. Patrick’s Church

Gurkha Fort

Central Research Institute

The Mall

Timber Trail Resort

9. Hamirpur
Being in the lower elevation, Hamirpur is warmer. The altitudes vary from near flat lands to higher levels of land that reach up to the heights of cliffs. The hilly ranges here offer great scope for trekking. The land is said to be the most literate district in the state of Himachal Pradesh. Given below are some of the tourist attractions in Hamirpur.

Deotsidh Temple

Sujanpur Tihra

Awah Devi Temple

Bikleshwar Temple

10. Parwanoo
Parwanoo, surrounded by hills is yet another beautiful hill station in the land. The town, surrounded by lush greenery, lies near the border of Haryana and hence, it is a convenient location from where you could visit many tourist attractions nearby. Here are some of the tourist attractions in and around Parwanoo.

Kalka

Pinjore

Mughal Gardens

Fruit Orchards

Gurudwara Nada Sahib

Cactus Garden

Timber Trail

11. Solan
Solan, famously called ‘The mushroom city of India’, is a beautiful city located amidst scenic snow-clad mountains and forests. Mushroom farming being very extensive here, the land is named thus. It is a great place for trekking and it is heaven for those who love to feel oneness with nature. Here are the top attractions in Solan.

Barog

Subathu

Chail

Jatoli

Rajgarh

Kuthar Fort

Majathal Sanctuary

Arki

Nalagarh

12. Pragpur
At an altitude of 2000 feet, Pragpur, the first heritage village in India, offers spectacular views of Kangra Valley. Everything about Pragpur is interesting; natural beauty, rich culture, historical importance, friendly climate, beautiful greenery, easy access and anything you would consider when you travel to a place. Leading destinations in Pragpur include:

Chamba Pattan

The Taal

The Judge’s Court

Jwalamukhi Temple

Apart from visits to these places, you can indulge yourself in trekking, bird watching and fishing.

13. Sirmaur
Sirmaur is located on the south-eastern part of the state. The district is famous for its peach, which is from Rajgarh region, famously called the Peach Bowl. Fossils aging 85 million years have been found here. Every one of the destinations here is important and interesting.

Shivalik Fossil Park

Churdhar Peak

Renuka Wildlife Sanctuary

Mini Zoo

Nahan

Jaganath Temple

Trilokpur Temple

Daula Kuan

14. Taragarh

Taragarh is one of the most picturesque areas in the land of Himachal Pradesh and not much explored too. Lying on the foot of Dhauladhar Mountains, Taragarh offers spectacular views of the snow-clad peaks around. The tourist destinations here are few but you have a good deal of sporting activities. Check what you can do here:

Tashijong Monastery

Andretta Pottery Village

Annual international competitions in para gliding and hang gliding are held here.

15. Una
At an elevation of 1210 feet, the hottest district in the state, Una, is referred to as the Gateway to Himalayas. The land seems an exception in Himachal Pradesh, where most of the cities are in the hilly region. If you intend to visit the place in summer, you need to have cotton clothes to make your stay comfortable. Here are the destinations in Una.

Amb

Bharwain

Pong Dam

Gobind Sagar Lake

Kutlehar Forts

Bramhauti Temple

Chintpurni Temple

Bangana

Dera Baba Barbhag Singh

Dhunsar Mahadev Temple

Those who have visited Himachal Pradesh would agree with me if I were to say that words can do no justice to the exquisite beauty of the land. I have tried to give information on the tourist destinations as I am sure any attempt to describe the beauty of the land is equal to scaling even a small mountain without adequate training and experience.